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North Carolina woman wins $1, 073, 621 jackpot after playing 50 cents
3+ hour, 31+ min ago (168+ words) STANLY COUNTY, N. C. (WGHP) " Angela Collins, of Stanfield, won a $1, 073, 621 jackpot, according to an NC Education Lottery news release. Collins played for 50 cents on May 11 and won the Power Jackpot in the Power Max Cash game. The odds of her winning…...
This annual event brings a bit of Scotland to Wilmington
15+ hour, 14+ min ago (345+ words) Wilmington is about to get its Scottish on. What is considered one of the fastest-growing Scottish heritage events in North Carolina is returning to the Port City. Thousands of people are expected to attend the fifth annual Port City Highland…...
Who has the best hot dogs in the Wilmington area? Vote for your favorite
2+ day, 15+ hour ago (146+ words) Hot dog season is in full swing. Experts say that Americans will eat billions of them from Memorial Day to Labor Day, also known as peak cook-out time. North Carolina often ranks among the top states for hot dog consumption…...
Kyle Busch's Car Unloaded at North Carolina Racetrack After Shocking Death
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (58+ words) Days after his tragic death, crew members unload Kyle Buch's car ahead on race weekend. The Richard Childress Racing team took Busch's car out of the truck Saturday in North Carolina while numerous reporters and other onlookers watched. .. and the…...
Finding fun in Wilmington whether heading to or avoiding the beach
4+ day, 9+ hour ago (376+ words) Memorial Day weekend in the Wilmington area is all about the beach: Getting to it, or avoiding the crowds on it. Last year, my brother and I made the tragic mistake of actually leaving our spot at our dad's house…...
What's new and what's fun at Wilmington restaurants this week
1+ week, 3+ day ago (186+ words) If'you're'looking for fun dining experiences, this week's food news can help you. We have creative burgers,'coffee and'cocktails,'and boater-friendly restaurants on the water.'Want to know more?'Take a look below. That's'a burger: If your preferred style of burgers'comes…...
After 3 years of living out West, I moved to North Carolina. It was the best decision I could've made for myself.
1+ week, 2+ day ago (608+ words) After spending a few years living in big Western cities, I moved back East to be closer to family. Now, I live in Asheville, North Carolina, and my quality of life has really improved. Life in Asheville has made family,…...
Dangerous fire conditions across North Carolina this weekend
1+ week, 3+ day ago (329+ words) The worst drought North Carolina has seen in two decades will lead to hazardous fire conditions this weekend. The North Carolina State Climate Office (NCSCO) in Raleigh has issued an extreme fire danger - the highest level possible - for portions of…...
Future Islands return 'home' to Wilmington, plus your weekend
1+ week, 4+ day ago (504+ words) Synth rock band Future Islands returns to Wilmington this weekend for the first time in over a decade, with shows at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater May 15 and 16. For those of us who saw Future Islands on their way up, playing shows…...
Gas, groceries squeeze budgets as prices rise across Delaware County
1+ week, 5+ day ago (41+ words) The 2026 ACM Awards nominations are dominated by women including Megan Moroney, Miranda Lambert, Ella Langley and Lainey Wilson, while Morgan Wallen's Male Artist of the Year snub and Zach Top's. .. Gas, groceries squeeze budgets as prices rise across Delaware County...